<a href="http://alvarosizavieira.com/">Álvaro Siza</a> is no stranger to Inhabitat - in August we revisited the architect's amazing <a href="http://inhabitat.com/timber-and-polycarbonate-pavilion-at-londons-serpentine-gallery-illuminated-by-solar-paneling/">Serpentine solar installation</a> in London. The Carlos Ramos Pavilion in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Porto">Porto</a> is another beautiful display of Siza's vision - the timeless design renovated an aging architecture school into beautiful minimalist building.

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Carlos Ramos Pavilion by Alvaro Siza, photo by Nelson Garrido

The buildings initially served as the faculty of architecture in the Portuguese port town.

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Carlos Ramos Pavilion by Alvaro Siza, photo by Nelson Garrido

The restored two-storey building is arrranged with a shared courtyard in the center.

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Carlos Ramos Pavilion by Alvaro Siza, photo by Nelson Garrido

The Portuguese architect designed the structure so that every room would have diagonal views of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Douro">Douro River</a> and beyond.

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Carlos Ramos Pavilion by Alvaro Siza, photo by Nelson Garrido

The design is kept simple and minimal - it focuses on enhancing space with elevated walls and creating quiet areas for studying.

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Carlos Ramos Pavilion by Alvaro Siza, photo by Nelson Garrido

The pavilion has paid specific attention to details to hone in on this design concept.

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Carlos Ramos Pavilion by Alvaro Siza, photo by Nelson Garrido

Seats are built into a curved balcony on the first floor to provide a site for inspiration and contemplation.

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Carlos Ramos Pavilion by Alvaro Siza, photo by Nelson Garrido

Álvaro Siza is no stranger to Inhabitat - in August we revisited the architect's amazing Serpentine solar installation in London. The Carlos Ramos Pavilion in Porto is another beautiful display of Siza's vision - the timeless design renovated an aging architecture school into beautiful minimalist building.